As the farming industry undergoes changes precipitated by
new generations, new technologies, and new norms, succession becomes more and
more complicated. A recent article for Successful Farming discusses how
communication can have a big impact on farm succession.
Bad communication—or loss of communication—can have a big
negative impact. It often results in loss of trust between the parties
involved. …
Data security in the agriculture industry doesn’t just refer
to keeping online files safe from hackers. In a recent article for PrecisionAg,
author Reinder Prins explores what data security looks like for farmers.
Though some farmers do store their information digitally, a
majority still rely on paper files or records stored on a local computer. The
issue with …
In 2020, many industries are struggling with finding and
retaining qualified labor, and agriculture is no exception. Conversely, many
employees in the agriculture industry say they are unable to find good jobs.
What’s behind this? A recent article for AgWeb attributes it to
transitions currently occurring in the U.S. workforce.
What is changing in the workforce? The article …
The agriculture industry is a cyclical one—this is helpful
to remember during times of downturn, such as the industry is currently facing.
If you can ride out the low, it will be followed by a new high. A recent
article for Successful Farming presents four different financial tools
that can help agriculture businesses stabilize operations through tough times
and …
